Sri Lanka posted a big total of 503/9 in the second Test match. The match took place between Sri Lanka and India on Sunday, August 23, during the India tour of Sri Lanka 2026. Sonal Dinusha scored 38 runs off 63 balls, and Keshara Nuwantha scored 13 runs off 38 balls. The team also managed to reach 200 runs thanks to Dinusha's boundary. Experts suggest that a lead of 270+ could be enough for India's bowlers. 🏏
business Larsen & Toubro (L&T) secured an ultra-mega contract valued over ₹15,000 crore for building gas compression facilities in the Middle East. The project is being executed by L&T Energy Hydrocarbon Onshore (LTEH Onshore) on an EPC basis. This award was issued in FY26 and involves developing facilities for new onshore sour gas processing installations. The scope includes gas inlet and compression systems, alongside two 230 kV substations. This deal showcases L&T's growing capability in complex hydrocarbon solutions. ⛽
science The Mahua tree provides multiple usable products from its flowers, fruits, seeds, and wood. Communities in central, eastern, and western India utilize these parts for various needs. In Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, dried flowers are used for Ippa roti, while in Odisha's Kandhamal, tribal women make laddoos and jam. The flowers can be processed into jams, jellies, and even fermented beverages. Furthermore, the seeds yield oil used for cooking and making soaps across different parts of India. 🌳
Dengue initially looks like any viral fever, causing many to delay testing in the first few days. However, the serious phase often occurs between day 3 and day 7 after the fever breaks. This disease spreads via the bite of infected Aedes aegypti mosquitoes breeding in stagnant water near homes. Warning signs like severe abdominal pain or bleeding gums require immediate medical attention. Continuous monitoring throughout the entire illness is key to preventing severe complications.
business The Indian Rupee strengthened to 95.64 against the US dollar in early trading this week. This movement occurred as geopolitical concerns and crude prices influenced the domestic currency's performance. The Rupee had closed at 95.71 on Friday, showing a minor gain of 3 paise. Markets are watching potential fresh sanctions from Washington targeting Iran's oil trade and banking. Consequently, oil and currency markets are expected to remain cautious until more details are released this evening. 📈
world Physical stamping of boarding passes for immigration clearance is officially ending starting September 1st. This change is being implemented by the Bureau of Immigration for international passengers departing from India. The new process allows travellers to show either an electronic or physical boarding pass without stamping. This removes an extra physical step that caused inconvenience or readability issues previously. The move aims to simplify and speed up the entire immigration clearance process. ✈️
sports The Mackay pitch, which witnessed a 30-wicket carnage in just 125 overs, is set to receive a 'very good' grading. This happened during the Second Test between Australia and Bangladesh at Great Barrier Reef Arena on August 23, 2026. The pitch grading, which is the highest of four possible levels, comes after the ICC formalizes the assessment. While the match finished early, Josh Hazlewood suggested the surface wasn't solely responsible for the rapid pace. This rating mirrors a previous two-day Test in Perth Stadium. 🏏
business The Rs 650-crore Tempsens Instruments IPO showed massive investor demand on its final day of bidding. The thermal engineering firm, Tempsens Instruments (India) Limited, saw its GMP hit a robust Rs 330 as of Monday. The issue received a subscription of 151.59 times across all investor categories on August 24, 2026. This premium suggests a potential listing gain of 110% based on the upper price band of Rs 300 per share. Investors should note the listing date is set for August 28, 2026.
health Three newborn babies sadly died following a major fire outbreak at a Maharashtra hospital. The incident occurred at a local hospital in Maharashtra, India. Reports confirm that the fire was triggered by a ventilator blast on September 10, 2023. The fire led to the tragic loss of life among the infants. Authorities are now investigating the exact cause and sequence of events surrounding the incident.
business A Kerala consumer commission ordered two individuals to refund Rs 3.7 lakh to Joseph Manuel. The dispute involved promises of securing him a job in Israel, which the agents failed to deliver. The payments were made between 2022 and 2023, with repeated travel postponements and alleged fake flight bookings. The commission deemed the service failure as deficiency in service and unfair trade practice. They directed the accused to pay the refund, interest, and Rs 2 lakh compensation by August 18, 2026. ⚖️
Iran's Foreign Ministry confirmed that Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi will visit Tehran next Tuesday. This visit is scheduled for high-level bilateral discussions between the two nations. The announcement signals ongoing diplomatic engagement between the countries. Speculation around regional dynamics is likely to be a key focus of these talks. Further details regarding the outcomes of the meetings are awaited.
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